Yes, exactly the same for int'l connections other than to US; after immigration check, pick up bags and go through customs inspection, then drop off after customs unless connecting to US, in which case take upstairs to departures and do US immigration and customs, then drop bag. A bit of a long walk as int'l arrivals is at the opposite end of the terminal from US departures. Much more convenient at YVR, for example, or in YYZ T1, but with CX/AA you are stuck with T3 (which is privately owned for profit terminal, and seems determined to maximize walking by pax).